Ambient Terrains

I had an amazing experience at Leland Eating and Drinking House. From the moment we arrived, the service stood out. Our server was knowledgeable, patient, and truly attentive—asking the right questions, explaining the menu thoroughly, and offering thoughtful recommendations. The food and drinks were beautifully prepared everything was well-made, flavorful, and presented with care. You can tell there’s intention behind every dish and cocktail. The atmosphere is one of my favorite parts. The space is beautiful, the music selection is on point—from old-school hip-hop to classical vibes—and it creates a welcoming, elevated energy. There are even unique items available for purchase, which adds a cool, curated touch. We were here celebrating New Year’s Eve rolling into New Year’s Day, and the experience felt warm, festive, and memorable. Great service, great food, great energy. Highly recommend—five stars all the way -@udokauwakweofficial Thanks again

Jonah McGowan

I live locally and this is my favorite restaurant in Brooklyn. I've lost count of the amount of times I've been here and have had a great experience every time. I organized a holiday dinner for my friend group here and they all had similar things to say. The Yu Choy, Japanese sweet potatoes, and roast chicken are the holy trinity. Go here!

Gussie Gronquist

We had an outstanding experience dining here with a large group right after Thanksgiving. The team was incredibly accommodating, helping us plan the menu in advance and making sure every detail was handled smoothly. The food was excellent—as always—and the wine recommendations were absolutely spot-on. Our group included both devoted foodies and notoriously picky eaters, and somehow every single plate was spotless by the end of the meal. Special shout-out to the homemade gnocchi, which was meant for the kids but quickly became the dish the adults couldn’t stop stealing bites of. Can’t wait to come back.

Sandra Evans

Every dish was amazing. One of those places where it’s hard to decide what to have. Very creative menu - delicious but also wholesome and lots of healthy / interesting ingredients. They also bake their own baked produce. Highly recommend!

Codie Rose

I booked the private room at Leland Drinking House for my birthday with 25 guests, and the team delivered an incredible experience. From start to finish, the staff was attentive, organized, and made the entire evening seamless. The space was perfect for a group of our size, the service was professional yet warm, and every detail was handled beautifully so I could relax and enjoy the night. Food and drinks were excellent, and all of my guests left impressed. Highly recommend Leland for anyone planning a special event — they went above and beyond.

Lauren Gerety

The staff went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. The food delivered in taste and presentation, understated yet full of flavor. Pasta Mondays were one for the books-never have I had a doppio ravioli and it was perfect. Whoever the saucier is knows what they’re doing. Must get: frozen Negroni, jook, and pasta. Honest, non pretentious, clean and polished. We will definitely come back again and again ! Thank you chef and staff!

Charles Walters

Food is really good here, literally every bite was delicious. We went for brunch, had the French toast brulee, squid sandwich, sausage egg & cheese sandwich, cheddar Biscuit ... everything was top notch, bread and buns freshly baked! The drinks were fantastic, bloody mary, lime and salt mocktail. Service was excellent quick, efficient. We're definitely coming back very soon! *** Please Bring Back the Squid Sandwich *** We miss it so so much !! Please !!

Lucas Dunham

Fantastic dining experience. Each meal is thoughtfully crafted using fresh local ingredients. You can tell that the chef has a personal connection to everything on the menu demonstrates mastery. I appreciated that the meals were simple and didn’t have unnecessary “fluff” - everything on the plate was intentional and had purpose. We tried 7 or 8 items from the menu and loved everything. Our favorites were the mussels, eggplant fries, and cured mackerel. Highly recommend and will be back.

Theresa M. Clayton

This was such a great dining experience. Our server was incredibly sweet and made great recommendations. Went for brunch and will certainly be back to see what they have in store for the dinner menu.

Aja Brandman

A true 5/5 across the board. Food was delicious, service was great, and I loved how the seating was arranged inside (some fun table shapes, and ample space so it doesn’t feel like you’re dining on top of one another) Gilda’s were a delicious briny start, the Yu Choy was my favorite dish (similar to bok choy, but the black sesame tahini and chili were such a great compliment), the chicken porridge was warm and hearty (they Will the serving into two smaller bowls), and the charred lemon mussels were also great. For dessert we had the chocolate pudding/mouse with caramel and nuts; great way to end the meal (would try the creme brûlée cheesecake next time though)

+1

Dominic Jaranilla

We ate here for dinner on July 4th and then for brunch on July 6th. Both experiences were absolutely incredible! When you walk in you're greeted by the most friendly front of house staff. As you walk in, you immediately feel at home with the decor/ambiance that was, from what I hear, all put together by the owner himself. The pacing of the meal itself was fantastic with dishes coming out at the perfect time. Now for the food itself. They pride themselves on making everything in house and you can taste the high quality ingredients in every dish. Some of the stand out dishes from our dinner were the smoked pollock fritters, chicken jook porridge, eggplant fries, seared scallops, pea toast and charred lemon skillet mussels. For dessert, the absolute must-have is the creme brulee pie. For brunch, we started off with the zucchini bread and blueberry scone. It was probably the best scone I've ever had and the zucchini bread was really solid. The laffa blew our entire table away. The tortang talong was a unique take on the iconic Filipino dish and the duck confit bahn mi was incredible with the house-made french roll. In conclusion, I will visit Leland every time I get to visit NY. They are always pushing the boundaries and finding new ways to wow their customers.

+2

Julija

Leland is a restaurant that truly impressed me with its exceptional food, friendly service, and delightful ambiance. From the moment I stepped in, I knew I was in for a treat. Let's start with the food, shall we? The standout dish for me was the duck. It was cooked to absolute perfection, with tender, succulent meat that practically melted in my mouth. The glaze on the duck was a burst of flavor that perfectly complemented the richness of the meat. I must say, it was the best duck I have ever had the pleasure of trying. Additionally, the trout appetizer left a lasting impression on me. The fish was cooked just right, with a delicate texture and a wonderful smoky flavor that lingered on my taste buds. The service at Leland was top-notch. Our waiter was not only friendly and welcoming but also highly knowledgeable about the menu. He went above and beyond to assist us in choosing and even substituting sides to suit our preferences. It was evident that the staff at Leland truly cared about providing a memorable dining experience. The ambiance of the restaurant added an extra layer of enjoyment to the evening. We had the pleasure of dining outside, taking advantage of the warm weather. The outdoor seating area was well-maintained and created a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. It was the perfect setting to savor our delectable dinner and enjoy a glass of wine. In conclusion, Leland surpassed my expectations in every way. The outstanding food, particularly the unforgettable duck, left me craving more. The attentive and friendly service made me feel valued as a guest. I highly recommend Leland to anyone seeking a truly exceptional dining experience.

+2

Naz

Lovely experience. A beautiful and fun space in Prospect Heights with a great vibe and wonderful staff. Loved how friendly everyone was despite being busy. Our brunch was flavor packed and the homemade breads were fresh and light. The sausage, egg and cheese was excellent- just a bit on the salty side. The entire dish was consumed but would've loved something to balance the salt. Regardless, very unique menu and we look forward to returning for dinner.

+2

Patricia Moore

This place is adorable and the food is delicious. We ate here on Christmas Eve and enjoyed every course of their special menu. The lobster tagliatelle was our favorite dish but the fluke tartare was also amazing. Their hot apple cider had a hint of spice that was really nice. Highly recommend this place.

+4

I personally love this place. The food and service is amazing and I would totally recommend! The only thing they could improve upon is their range of foods. A person I know who is vegetarian went and had a little trouble finding something to eat. But all in all I love this restaurant and recommend it for anyone wanting a cozy local lunch in NY!

Tom Klaber

Service was painfully slow. We were seated about 15 after our bar reservation time, waited another 10 minutes for menus. Then after ordering, waitied 45 minutes for 1 sandwich and a pork hash. It was brunch on a Saturday, but still. The food was good, the service was friendly and atmosphere cute, but none of it worth sitting there with a couple of waters for the better part of an hour. Menu not quite exciting enough to draw me back for a second try.

El F

I stopped by to pass some time before heading to a concert. Since my neighborhood mostly runs on a first-come, first-served basis, I didn’t think to make a reservation—but it turns out we needed one. The only available table was outside, and it was on the chillier side, though they did provide blankets, which helped a bit. Still, eating hot food in the cold has its challenges. We ordered a few dishes to share, as that seems to be their style, and the standout was clearly the sourdough bread. We ended up ordering it twice (a bit steep in terms of price, though)! The fish was pleasant and light, but for the price, it didn’t quite hit the mark in terms of portion size. We tried some vegetarian dishes, which were fine but nothing memorable. We skipped dessert, and honestly, it was nice, but not somewhere I’d go out of my way to revisit. For us, the value just wasn’t quite there. The server we had was great though.

Andrew Dabydeen

This place is just not up to the standard I expected - I’m wondering how they got so many high reviews. Maybe for the neighborhood the food is slightly above decent but still, it’s not worth the cost of the quality and portion size. First off we had a reservation but had to wait outside for about 20 minutes because the previous table wouldn’t clear, this is fine but there should be a standard for seating duration. The food was mediocre and I’m being nice here. The focaccia was cold on the bottom and warm on the top. The fish fritters had a cold and weirdly uniform consistency. The half chicken was good but it’s just sous vide chicken with salt and pepper. I liked the yu choy, that was the only redeeming point of the evening. Our waitress gave us a dessert for the long wait which was nice but the whole evening was just disappointing. I highly recommend going somewhere else, there are better options in the area.